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Elden Ring: To Cheese or Not to Cheese?

FromSoftware's games are notoriously difficult, and Elden Ring is no different. In fact, this game boasts one of the hardest bosses in the developer's history! Liza and Erika team up to tackle their favorite gaming question: to cheese, or not to cheese?
by Lizabeth PhoenixJuly 8, 2022

Stop the Hate! Why Return to Monkey Island is going to be Incredible!!

Stop the Hate! Maria addressed the hate given to the makers of Return of Monkey Island and why you should be excited for new game in the series!
by Maria KinnunJuly 7, 2022

Angels of the Zariman: Warframe’s next era is for new players too

MMOs can be fickle beasts to jump into for new players. Warframe’s Angels of the Zariman update looks to make the onboarding process just a little bit easier as the game’s Origin System enters a new era.
by Tyler GrahamJune 16, 2022

Chernobylite Review – An Enjoyable Horror Shooter RPG Mystery Game

Do you have a radioactive itch for the next S.T.A.L.K.E.R. or Fallout? Chernobylite may be the answer.
by Dan MorrisMay 16, 2022

Crafting a Story with Nier Replicant

The remastered Nier Replicant keeps gamers playing again and again to learn even more of the story. Emmanuel looks at the game's replayability and the brilliance of Yoko Taro's storycraft.
by Emmanuel AlejandroMay 5, 2022

Monthly Gaming Update: May 2022

Your monthly dose of all the gaming goodness that’s coming in May 2022. We do the work, so you don't have to.
by Dan MorrisMay 3, 2022

Shrunken kids, giant bugs, and surviving the backyard: Here’s why you should try Grounded

Grounded from Obsidian Entertainment is giving gamers bug-sized adventure scapes for a small group of friends to survive together. Kim shares her experiences with the pre-release version.
by Kim PayneApril 15, 2022

Elden Ring: A Literal Pain In the Ass

After 100 hours and countless deaths playing Elden Ring it appears I’ve bruised more than my ego. Lower back gamer pain is real and here are some fitness games to help keep your body nimble for more punishment.
by Patrick SutherlandApril 13, 2022

Hey Rockstar, please don’t make any more open world games

Rohan’s been ruminating on all the open world games at the moment and, to be honest, he’s sick of them. Now he’s sitting Rockstar down for a chat about their condition before it gets any worse.
by Rohan ElliottApril 11, 2022

The Planet is the Main Character (aka Why You Need to Play Deep Rock Galactic)

The world of that Ghost Ship Games built for Deep Rock Galactic feels epic in scale, brimming with life, which is something you can't always say about a randomly-generated, sandbox-y game.
by Tyler GrahamMarch 26, 2022

ENDER MAGNOLIA: Bloom in the Mist is the First Great Game of the Year

ENDER MAGNOLIA: Bloom in the Mist is the first great game of the year and a fitting sequel to ENDER LILIES. This Metroidvania got its hooks into Iain and never let go. Let him tell you why.
by Iain McParlandFebruary 12, 2025

Bioware Games Have Ruined Me For All Other Games

Bioware Games have been front and center in Brandy’s gaming collection for years. Find out why and how she feels about some of the decisions EA has made lately.
by Brandy BrownFebruary 9, 2025

Why Suicide Squad: Kill the Justice League Isn’t ALL Bad

Suicide Squad: Kill the Justice League is winding down. The final season is upon us, and Rocksteady is moving on to other projects. It’s not a good game, but let us tell you why it’s not ALL bad. There’s definitely some fun to be had!
by Iain McParlandJanuary 30, 2025

Will Assassin’s Creed: Shadows Be Better Than These Top 3 Assassin’s Creed Games?

Jordan is eagerly waiting for Assassin’s Creed Shadows. To prepare, he is looking at his top three AC games! Which ones make the list? Read more to find out.
by Jordan JurkowskiJanuary 25, 2025

The Sonic 3 Movie DLC For Sonic X Shadow Generations Is Almost Perfect

Sonic X Shadow Generations DLC has dropped, but does it justify the price tag? Join Tom as he gives his thoughts on the Sonic 3 Movie DLC.
by Thomas RichardsDecember 28, 2024

Couch Soup Contributors’ Game of the Year 2024!

It’s been a fantastic year for gaming! With loads of excellent games releasing in 2024, our very own contributors have been weighing in with their own personal picks for Game of the Year 2024!
by Iain McParlandDecember 26, 2024

5 Excellent Metroidvanias Released in 2024 You MUST Play

Iain has been on a Metroidvania kick in 2024, and he’s played a lot of them. He’s compiled a list of 5 Metroidvanias you MUST play that were released in 2024, and here’s why. He’s serious btw. GO PLAY THEM!
by Iain McParlandDecember 18, 2024

It’s A Matter of ‘Life & Death’: Is This New Pack Worth Every Simoleon? | It’s A Sims Thing

There's a new grim The Sims 4 pack, but is it worth the download? From new careers to new create-a-sim features to better ghosts to tarot cards and even funerals, this new pack has plenty of favorable new features!
by Stephanie JudgeDecember 12, 2024

The Insane Thing That Dragon Age: The Veilguard Made Me Do

Dragon Age: The Veilguard has been out for less than a month. What did Brandy think about it and what crazy thing did it make her do?
by Brandy BrownNovember 27, 2024

Six Games Under Five Hours (That Don’t Suck)

Long weekend, meet short games. Here are six games you can absolutely jam out completely over a long weekend in less than five hours. Also, these games don't suck so we can ensure it's time well spent.
by Andrea CarterNovember 26, 2024

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